Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra submitted a projected 3.78 trillion baht budget for the fiscal year 2026, equivalent to 115.66 billion US dollars.

Thailand Targets Sustainable Growth with $115 Billion Fiscal Blueprint

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra submitted a projected 3.78 trillion baht budget for the fiscal year 2026, equivalent to 115.66 billion US dollars. The strategy, which was submitted to parliament, aims to rekindle economic momentum in the face of global trade uncertainty. The draft budget calls for a 0.7% rise in spending and forecasts an […]

Shanti Pereira, Singapore's sprint queen, won an admirable silver medal in the women's 100m final at the Asian Athletics Championships on May 28.

Shanti Delivers Strong Finish, Takes Silver in Tight 100m Race

Shanti Pereira, Singapore’s sprint queen, won an admirable silver medal in the women’s 100m final at the Asian Athletics Championships on May 28. The tournament took place at Gumi Civic Stadium in South Korea. The 28-year-old finished 0.04 seconds behind China’s Liang Xiaojing, who won gold in 11.37 seconds. Tran Thi Nhi Yen of Vietnam […]

Gulveer Singh won gold in the men's 10,000m and Servin Sebastian took bronze in the 20km race walk, kicking off India's campaign at the 27th Asian Athletics Championships.

Gulveer’s Strategic Sprint Wins 10,000m Gold; Race Walker Sebastian Earns Podium Spot

Gulveer Singh won gold in the men’s 10,000m and Servin Sebastian took bronze in the 20km race walk, kicking off India’s campaign at the 27th Asian Athletics Championships. Gulveer finished in 28:38.63, beating out Japan’s Mebuki Suzuki and Bahrain’s Albert Kibichi Rop.  The 26-year-old, who already holds the national record, kept a steady pace and […]

Thailand has officially launched the "Amazing Thailand Love Wins Festival," a month-long national celebration that coincides with Global Pride Month.

Pride Takes Centre Stage as Thailand Launches Inclusive ‘Amazing Thailand Love Wins Festival’

Thailand has officially launched the “Amazing Thailand Love Wins Festival,” a month-long national celebration that coincides with Global Pride Month. The campaign reinforces Thailand’s reputation as an open, LGBTQIAN+-friendly location while also encouraging tourism and social peace. Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai emphasised the festival’s significance, adding that it reflects Thailand’s commitment […]

MY E.G. Services Berhad (MYEG) and Singapore Trade Data Exchange Services (SGTraDex) have formed a strategic cooperation to boost cross-border digital trade.

MYEG and SGTraDex Collaborate to Build ASEAN’s Digital Trade Backbone

MY E.G. Services Berhad (MYEG) and Singapore Trade Data Exchange Services (SGTraDex) have formed a strategic cooperation to boost cross-border digital trade. This collaboration focuses on developing interoperable digital systems that allow for the easy, secure, and paperless interchange of trade-related information between the two countries. The partnership’s goal is to align digital infrastructures to […]

In April 2025, Singapore's industrial production increased by a solid 5.9% year-on-year, with significant growth in several key clusters, most notably transport and electronics.

Aerospace and Electronics Propel Singapore’s April Manufacturing Surge

In April 2025, Singapore’s industrial production increased by a solid 5.9% year-on-year, with significant growth in several key clusters, most notably transport and electronics. This upturn demonstrates the sector’s resiliency, with aerospace activity playing a significant role. The transport engineering cluster experienced an impressive gain of 22.9% in April. Aerospace output increased by 39.5%, driven […]

A top economic delegation from the United Arab Emirates visited Abidjan, the capital of Côte d'Ivoire, to strengthen bilateral ties and develop trade collaboration.

UAE Strengthens Bilateral Economic Relations with Côte d’Ivoire Through Strategic Visit

A top economic delegation from the United Arab Emirates visited Abidjan, the capital of Côte d’Ivoire, to strengthen bilateral ties and develop trade collaboration. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs organised the tour in collaboration with the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry. The mission was led by His Excellency Humaid Mohamed Ben […]

During French President Emmanuel Macron's historic visit to Hanoi, the two countries inked multiple important agreements, including a big purchase of 20 Airbus aeroplanes.

France-Vietnam Relations Strengthened by Airbus, Defence, and Trade Commitments

During French President Emmanuel Macron’s historic visit to Hanoi, the two countries inked multiple important agreements, including a big purchase of 20 Airbus aeroplanes. This is the French president’s first official visit to Vietnam in nearly a decade. The visit aims to strengthen diplomatic and economic connections while also reinforcing France’s strategic objectives in the […]

Casper Ruud opened his French Open campaign with a powerful performance, defeating Albert Ramos-Vinolas in straight sets.

Ruud Eyes Deep Run at French Open After Straight-Sets Victory and Nadal Tribute

Casper Ruud opened his French Open campaign with a powerful performance, defeating Albert Ramos-Vinolas in straight sets. The two-time Roland Garros finalist extended his perfect record in tournament openers to 8-0 with a 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 victory. Ruud advanced to the second round, where he will face Nuno Borges of Portugal, after winning 34 games. […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened a cutting-edge locomotive manufacturing plant in Dahod, Gujarat, a key step towards modernising India's railway system.

Dahod Gets State-of-the-Art Rail Factory as PM Modi Flags Off First Locomotive

Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened a cutting-edge locomotive manufacturing plant in Dahod, Gujarat, a key step towards modernising India’s railway system. This facility, created by Indian Railways, is expected to increase the country’s freight transportation and export capability. During the opening, Prime Minister Modi also launched the plant’s first electric locomotive. He was joined by […]